proceeded

Example Sentences

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While the dwelling had been “newly updated” when Williams purchased it, she proceeded to overhaul it.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

The protest in Lima began in San Martin Square and proceeded through the historic center of the city, passing by the front of Congress.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

He then proceeded to pitch me an animated children’s show about singing giraffes.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

And in the recent past, there have been plenty of other A.I.-inflected ceremonies that proceeded without disruption, even as a few others elicited some outrage.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

It was a dandy hiding place, and I proceeded to make myself comfortable.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls